A “Sundays on Cycle” programme was organised in Imphal in connection with the Commonwealth Games edition, with sportspersons who had won medals at the Commonwealth Games being felicitated during the event.
The programme was organised by the Sports Authority of India (SAI), North East Regional Centre (NERC), Imphal. The cycling rally commenced from the SAI Complex at Takyel, proceeded towards Lamsang and concluded back at the complex.
The event was attended by Thounaojam Basanta Kumar, Padma Shri awardee Nameirakpam Kunjarani and Regional Director of SAI NERC Imphal, C. Dhandapani.
Speaking on the occasion, MLA Thounaojam Basanta Kumar said many talented sportspersons from Manipur had faced hardships and financial difficulties in pursuing their sporting careers. He stated that public support towards initiatives such as “Sundays on Cycle” would help encourage and nurture young athletes while promoting a healthy and drug-free society.
He further said collective efforts are necessary to build a physically active and disciplined society and to inspire more youths to take up sports and healthy lifestyles.